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Hola Mohalla festival was celebrated in which state?
A
Haryana
B
Uttar Pradesh
C
Punjab
D
Himachal Pradesh
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In the state of Punjab, the spring celebrations are known as Hola Mohalla and takes place the day after Holi, building up on the festival. This is a large event, particularly for Nihang Sikhs, a Sikh warrior order, around the world.

Detailed explanation-2: -The foothills of the Shivaliks in the Ropar district of the north-eastern region of Punjab, especially around the historic townships of Anandpur Sahib and Kiratpur Sahib, have been hosting the Hola Mohalla since 1701.

Detailed explanation-3: -Holla Mohalla—Punjab Punjab celebrates a different version of Holi in the form Holla Mohalla. It is celebrated a day before Holi. It is an occasion for the Sikhs to demonstrate their martial arts and other military sports.

Detailed explanation-4: -Hola Mohalla is a three day long Sikh festival that traditionally follows on from Holi. It is also known as Hola and has roots in the story of the child Bhagat, Prahlad, and his triumph over Holika. The story has come to symbolise the triumph of good over evil.

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